Recent content by Michael Earl

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    Well produced albums which exhibit the best of vinyl.

    I have a few that really stick out for me David Bowie - Ziggy Stardust and Hunky Dory Pink Floyd - Wish you were Here, the Wall, Momentary laps of Reason, Division Bell From some of my older stuff one that always puts a smile on my face is my 1st presses of Strange Days and Waiting for the...
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    Wharfedale Diamond 220 Vs. Q Acoustic 3020

    Ive had my 220's for about 2 weeks now and Im in love with them. I use them mostly for music (90%) the rest is TV and movies etc. Im not filling a large room with them but I find them a stunning speakerr for the price. I must also admit that good cable is also a contributing factor (as im sure...
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    Hi-Fi Upgrade

    I’ve been lucky enough over the past month to get a chance to upgrade my Hi-Fi setup. Whilst still a system that would be classed as "budget" (and may not fit in that bracket) I must admit that for improving the sound I've done well. NAD C316BEE Stereo Amp Wharfdale Diamond 220 Speakers...
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    Prject Denut Carbon DC

    Well it arrived yesterday and I spent last night rigging it up. I must say Im suitably impressed. Not only with Henley Designs for their customer service and delivery speeds but with the TT itself Watched a video on youtube to make sure I was crossing the T's and dotting the I's during setup...
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    Help with turntable purchase

    I just had my brand spanking new Debut Carbon DC delivered from Henley Designs. Im very impressed with the customer servise and delivery times. WOW Shame Im stuck in work with it winking at me :-) Many thanks again to all those who gave answers
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    What vinyl are you listening to?

    Currently Rivals sons are on my table......cant get enough of them. Preasure and time currently. (Going to see them next month) Next in the queue is the The Doors - Live at the Felt New York In the post over next few weeks I have the following hoping to arrive Sleep - Holy Mountain Blues...
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    Help with turntable purchase

    Very intersting responses and thsanks for all the info. I love the look on the Debut Carbon and its what I have been navigating towards. Im glad the mention of acrylic platters has arrived as I have been trying to consider the justification of the Esprit SB I like the option for speed change at...
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    Help with turntable purchase

    Many thanks. Ive been spending my spare time reviewing what I can. The Project has it I think but I wanted to get a few opinions before I spend my hard earned :-)
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    Record cleaning

    I used to have the knosti and I must admit it was a great little peice of kit. I was then fortunate to get a second hand Moth MKII ona well known auction site for just over £200. I use Lart Du Son with the Moth and I got to admit its the best thing I ever bought. Quicker than the Knosti, less...
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    Help with turntable purchase

    Hi All Im looking at buying a new turntable in the next few weeks. Ive mainly got my heart set on the Project Debut Carbon but there is a thought on the Rega RP1 Performance. Which would anyone recommend as the deal breaker? Or is there another contender I should consider. Budget topping out...